Sorted into categories for heatsinks
measuring less than
150mm, 110mm, 75mm or 45mm
high, Frostytech ranks the best compact CPU coolers available by
thermal performance and quietest operation. The first list is for
Intel processor heatsinks, the second for AMD processor heatsinks. To
find the
absolute best heatsinks regardless of size, go to the main Frostytech Top 5 Heatsink Chart for a complete run down.

HOW IT WORKS: The #1 Rank
is considered the current Top low-profile heatsink meeting the specific height limitation, #5 is the 5th BEST. Full size heatsinks are not included here but do offer significantly better thermal results. Only heatsinks that Frostytech has tested are included in these lists; thus we guarantee this list is incomplete, that it's not an indication of "the best low-profile heatsink ever" and that rankings will frequently change with each chart update.
Please click on any heatsink
listed below for a detailed review and the official thermal and
acoustic test results. Manufacturers and vendors are permitted
to reference the 'Top 5 Low Profile
Heatsinks' Chart.

*Heatsinks are ranked
according to the lowest rise in ambient temperature on Frostytech
thermal test platform, with fan at maximum speed under 150W heat
load. More detailed results reside in each specific heatsink
review.

*Heatsinks are ranked
according to the lowest rise in ambient temperature on Frostytech
thermal test platform, with fan at maximum speed under 125W heat
load. More detailed results reside in each specific heatsink
review.